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title: "Tavistock Abbey Remains Project - Conservation Architects Design Brief"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060207"
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# Tavistock Abbey Remains Project - Conservation Architects Design Brief

Buyer: TAVISTOCK TOWN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060207

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## Summary

Tavistock Town Council recently completed a procurement process for the appointment of a conservation architect for the Tavistock Abbey Remains Project, specifically focusing on repair works to Betsy Grimbal's Tower and the Stillhouse. Situated in Tavistock, Devon, the project falls under the architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services category. The procurement follows an open method below the threshold with a deadline for tender submissions set for midday on 29th January 2026. The process progressed to the award stage on 18th February 2026, with Le Page, a large-scale supplier based in Plymouth, securing the contract valued at £33,552 gross. The conservation work is scheduled from 1st March 2026 to 30th November 2026.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in heritage conservation, architectural design, and restoration. It is best suited for architects accredited in conservation projects, particularly those familiar with managing Grade I and Grade II listed buildings. The project not only involves structural repairs but also public access enhancements, creating longer-term engagement with the local community and visitors. Businesses with expertise in integrating archaeology and education into restoration projects will find this tender to align well with their capabilities, potentially offering a platform to showcase innovative conservation techniques and foster partnerships within the heritage and public sector spheres.

## Notice

FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATION ARCHITECT FOR THE REPAIR WORKS TO THE STILLHOUSE AND BETSY GRIMBAL'S TOWER, TAVISTOCK, WHICH FORMS PART OF THE 'REDISCOVERING TAVISTOCK ABBEY PROJECT' The budget allowance for this project for Architects fees is up to PS30,000 plus VAT. Submissions should be made by post and must be received no later than the stated deadline. It is the tenderers responsibility to ensure that their tenders arrive at the office address and by this date and time. Tavistock Town Council does not undertake to consider late tenders. If you are interested in tendering for this project please return your tender in writing in a sealed envelope by no later than midday 29th January 26 marked: CONFIDENTIAL - REDISCOVERING TAVISTOCK ABBEY PROJECT to: The Proper Officer, Tavistock Town Council, Town Council Offices, Drake Road, TAVISTOCK, Devon, PL19 0AU.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015356-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | £30,000 |
| Awards value | £27,960 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TAVISTOCK TOWN COUNCIL |
| Locality | TAVISTOCK |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL19 0AU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | West Devon |
| Electoral ward | Tavistock North |
| Westminster constituency | Torridge and Tavistock |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LE PAGE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 19 Feb 2026 at 15:32 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015356-2026
- 8 Jan 2026 at 15:04 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001532-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015356-2026
  19th February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001532-2026
  8th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-10003
  Abbey Remains Project Brief
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-10004
  Architects Report Betsy Grimbal's Tower February 2017
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-10005
  Betsy Grimbal's Tower Report 2024
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-10006
  Betsy Grimbal's Tower plan A1
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-10007
  Budget Estimate Betsy Grimbal's Tower 2025
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-10008
  Budget estimate Still House November 2025
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-10009
  Still House Tower Condition Report December 2024
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-10010
  Still House Tower Plan - A1
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-10012
  Betsy Grimbal's Tower Structural Repairs
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-10014
  Still House Tower Structural Repairs

## Notice URLs

- http://www.tavistock.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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